How to get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights by bus and train?

From Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights by bus and train

To get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 715 bus from Glen Ellyn/Regency station to Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UP-W train and finally take the NCS train from Chicago Union Station station to Prospect Hts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $14.25. The bus and train schedule from Glendale Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Prospect Heights on the Moovit app.

205min$14.25
Bus - 715
715
Train - UP-WUP-W
Train - NCSNCS
Leaves from Glen Ellyn/Regency

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Glendale Heights
  • 2
    Bus - 715715
    Wait for bus
    715
    Brookhaven Plaza
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra
    ID 28638
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glen Ellyn
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UP-WUP-W
    Wait for train
    UP-W
    #44| Chicago Otc
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Otc
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    410 yd • 5 min
  • 8
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #105| Antioch
  • 9
    Ride to train station Prospect Hts
    Ride to train station
    Prospect Hts
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights by bus and train via 715, BNSF and NCS

To get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 715 bus from Glen Ellyn/Regency station to Cass/Quincy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the NCS train from Chicago Union Station station to Prospect Hts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Glendale Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Prospect Heights on the Moovit app.

279min$13.00
Bus - 715
715
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - NCSNCS
Leaves from Glen Ellyn/Regency

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Glendale Heights
  • 2
    Bus - 715715
    Wait for bus
    715
    Brookhaven Plaza
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cass/Quincy
    ID 28756
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westmont
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1256| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    57 min
  • 7
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #105| Antioch
  • 8
    Ride to train station Prospect Hts
    Ride to train station
    Prospect Hts
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights

The distance between Glendale Heights, Chicago and Prospect Heights, Chicago is approximately 50.74 mi, which can typically be travelled in 205 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Chicago – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights

To check the bus and train schedule from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Glendale Heights) and destination (Prospect Heights), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights by bus and train via 715, BNSF and NCS

To get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights in Chicago, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 715 bus from Glen Ellyn/Regency station to Cass/Quincy station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BNSF train and finally take the NCS train from Chicago Union Station station to Prospect Hts station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 39 min. The ride fare is $13.00. The bus and train schedule from Glendale Heights may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Prospect Heights on the Moovit app.

279min$13.00
Bus - 715
715
Train - BNSFBNSF
Train - NCSNCS
Leaves from Glen Ellyn/Regency

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Glendale Heights
  • 2
    Bus - 715715
    Wait for bus
    715
    Brookhaven Plaza
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cass/Quincy
    ID 28756
    68 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Westmont
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BNSFBNSF
    Wait for train
    BNSF
    #1256| Chicago Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chicago Union Station
    57 min
  • 7
    Train - NCSNCS
    Wait for train
    NCS
    #105| Antioch
  • 8
    Ride to train station Prospect Hts
    Ride to train station
    Prospect Hts
    46 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights?

    The fastest way takes 205 minutes, using Bus line 715, Train line UP-W, Train line NCS.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights?

    The alternative route takes 279 minutes, using Bus line 715, Train line BNSF, Train line NCS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Glendale Heights and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 25 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    The 715 bus line goes from Brookhaven Plaza station near Glendale Heights to Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station near Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Glendale Heights and Prospect Heights in Chicago by bus and train is about 3 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Glendale Heights to get to Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get on the 715 bus from the Brookhaven Plaza stop near Glendale Heights in Chicago.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Glendale Heights and Prospect Heights in Chicago?

    Get off the bus at the Crescent/Forest/Glen Ellyn Metra station, which is closest to Prospect Heights in Chicago.

  • How much is the bus fare from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights?

    The ride from Glendale Heights to Prospect Heights costs $14.25.

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